1988 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Minica | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2789 mm |
